LSO FORS 3 – Planning Officer

The Team
At BC Timber Sales in the Stuart-Nechako Business Area, you’ll join an experienced team of approximately 25 forestry professionals dedicated to sustainable forest management. Our teams work together to ensure the health of British Columbia’s forests, while supporting rural economies through sustainable practices that provide thousands of jobs. We take pride in fostering a collaborative and supportive environment where diverse perspectives thrive, with a strong focus on professional and career development guided by experienced leadership. Explore the opportunities and value working with our team can offer you: Why Work for the Ministry of Forests. To find out more about our program check out our video.

The Role
As a Planning Officer you are responsible for all the strategic and integrated planning processes required for the Business Area (BA). The position oversees the development of Forest Stewardship Plans as well as participating in the development and implementation of higher-level plans, such as Land and Resource Management Plans. The Planning Officer provides leadership to the Indigenous Peoples consultation process and ensures that engagement frameworks are followed. This position is accountable for ensuring that all planning initiatives are following legislative requirements, as well as supporting the BA during audits. As a valued member of a collaborative, diverse team, you’ll help drive sound forest management, environmental stewardship, while making a positive contribution to BC’s economy and local communities.

Qualifications:
Education and Experience Requirements

• A Registered Professional Forester (RPF), or be eligible for registration as an RPF, with Forest Professionals British Columbia (FPBC); and
• Three (3) years of experience in operational forestry such as forest tenures, cut-block and road development, engineering, silviculture, harvest operations or compliance and enforcement.
• Must possess at minimum a valid Class 5 BC Driver’s Licence that does not limit or restrict the ability to conduct the duties of the job. 

Preference may be given to applicants with one (1) or more of the following:

• A Registered Professional Forester (RPF) or be eligible for registration as an RPF with the Forest Professionals British Columbia (FPBC) and four (4) years of experience in operational field forestry such as forest tenures, cut-block and road development, engineering, silviculture, harvest operations or compliance and enforcement.
• Forestry experience that includes timber sales planning, forestry planning or integrated resource management.
• Experience in program administration including allocating resources, managing/supervising staff and administering budgets.
• Experience working with Indigenous Peoples.

For a complete list of qualifications and requirements please look at the job profile attached to this posting. For questions regarding this position, please contact Gokce.Ozel@gov.bc.ca.

About this Position:
This position is located in Vanderhoof.
Flexible work options are available; this position may be able to work up to 2 days at home per week subject to an approved telework agreement.
An eligibility list may be established to fill temporary and permanent vacancies.
A Criminal Record Check (CRC) will be required.
Employees of the BC Public Service must be located in BC at the time of employment.

Working for the BC Public Service:
The BC Public Service is committed to creating a diverse workplace to represent the population we serve and to better meet the needs of our citizens. Consider joining our team and being part of an innovative, inclusive and rewarding workplace.

We are committed to ensuring that reasonable accommodations are available throughout the hiring process, including the assessment and selection stages. Please email the individual or contact listed on the posting if you require an accommodation to fully participate in the hiring process.

The Indigenous Applicant Advisory Service is available to Canadian Indigenous (First Nations [status or non-status], Métis, or Inuit) applicants. Indigenous applicants can contact this service for personalized guidance on the BC Public Service hiring process including job applications and interviews.

The BC Public Service offers a healthy work/life balance, excellent benefits, including one of the best pension plans available, and a variety of opportunities for career learning and development. Regular, full time Professional Employee Association members are also entitled to 7% allowance in Lieu of Overtime Shiftwork and Standby (taken as time or money), have a 35 hour work week, and 4 weeks’ annual paid leave entitlement. To find out more, explore What the BC Public Service offers You.

How to Apply:
Your application must clearly demonstrate how you meet the job requirements listed above. Applicants who are selected to move forward in the hiring process may be assessed on their knowledge, skills, abilities, competencies and other position related requirements as outlined in the Job Profile at the bottom of the posting.

Professional Designation: YES – Please include your registration number in your application. You must be registered as a Professional Forester (RPF) with Forest Professionals BC (FPBC), or able to transfer a current membership to FPBC within six (6) months of employment. Confirmation of registration/eligibility is required before an offer of employment can be made.

Cover Letter: NO – Please do not submit a cover letter as it will not be reviewed.

Resume: YES – Ensure your resume includes your educational accomplishments, employment history including start and end dates (month and year) of your employment, and any relevant information that relates to the job to which you are applying.

Questionnaire: YES – You will need to complete a basic questionnaire to demonstrate how you meet the job requirements.

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